Elation Color Tone 50 Installation instructions

7/07/2010-visage Ver 1.1
Color Tone 50
Elation Professional
6122 S. Eastern Ave
Los Angeles, Ca 90040
www.elationlighting.com

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CONTENTS
1. General Information……………………………………………………………………… 4
a. Introduction………………………………………………………………………. 4
b. Unpacking………………………………………………………..…………..… 4
c. Customer Support…………………………………………….………………… 5
d. Warranty Registration……………………………………………………..…… 4
2. Safety Instructions………………………………………………………........…………. 6
3. Features……………………………………………………………………………………7
4. General Guidelines………………………………………………………………………. 8
5. Fixture Overview…………………………………………………………………………. 9
6. Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………….……. 10
a. Mounting Points…………………………………………………………………. 10
b. Mounting Positions……………………………………………………………… 11
c. Securing………………………………………………………………………….. 12
7. Understanding DMX……………………………………………………………………... 13
a. Data Cable Requirements...…………………………………………………….13
b. DMX Connections…………………………………………………….………….14
c. DMX Terminator………………………………………………………………….14
d. 3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion……………………………………………………….15
8. Fixture Menu……………………………………………………………………………… 17
9. DMX Addressing…………………………………………………………………………. 23
10. Operation…………………………………………………………………………………..25
11. Working with Built-In Programs………………………………………………………… 27
12. DMX Channel Traits…………………………………………………………………….. 30
a. DMX Channel Values…………………………………………………………… 31
13. Cleaning and Maintenance………………………………………………………………34
14. Photometric Data………………………………………………………………………… 35
15. Dimensional Drawings………………………………………………….……………….. 37
16. Circuit Schematic………...……………………………………………………………….38
17. Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………...39
18. Technical Specifications…………………………………………...………….………… 41

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION: Congratulations, you have just purchased one of the most innovative and
reliable lighting fixtures on the market today! The Color Tone 50,™ has been designed to
perform reliably for years when the guidelines in this booklet are followed. Please read and
understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting to
operate this unit. These instructions contain important information regarding safety during
use and maintenance.
UNPACKING: Thank you for purchasing the Color Tone 50™ by Elation Professional®.
Every Color Tone 50™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect
operating condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred
during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your unit for damage
and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit have arrived intact. In the event
damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our customer support team for
further instructions. Please do not return this unit to your dealer without first contacting
customer support at the number listed below.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Elation Professional®provides a customer support line, to provide
set up help and to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up
or initial operation. You may also visit us on the web at www.elationlighting.com for any
comments or suggestions. For service related issue please contact Elation Professional®.
Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Forum: www.ElationLighting.com/forum
Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit to
rain or moisture.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs
yourself, doing so will void your manufactures warranty.

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Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please recycle whenever possible.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The Color Tone 50™ carries a two year (730 days) limited
warranty. Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All returned
service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompany a
return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number must be clearly written on the outside
of the return package. A brief description of the problem as well as the R.A. number must
also be written down on a piece of paper and included in the shipping container. If the unit is
under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. Items returned
without a R.A. number clearly marked on the outside of the package will be refused and
returned at customer’s expense. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting customer
support at [phone].
Never open this fixture while in use!
During the initial operation of this fixture, a light smoke or smell may emit from the interior of
the fixture. This is a normal process and is caused by excess paint in the interior of the
casing burning off from the heat associated with the LED lamp and will decrease gradually
over time.
This device falls under protection-class I. Therefore it is essential that the device be
grounded properly.
All electrical connections should be performed by a qualified electrician.
Be sure the available voltage matches the voltage requirements of the unit.
Be sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged. If the power cord is damaged, replace
it immediately with a new one of similar power rating.
Always disconnect from main power before performing any type of service or any cleaning
procedure.
Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the wire portion of
the cord.
Please be aware that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not
subject to warranty.

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The Color Tone 50™ is an extremely sophisticated piece of
electronic equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is
important to follow the guidelines in this manual. The
manufacturer of this device will not accept responsibility for
damages resulting from the misuse of this fixture due to the
disregard of the information printed in this manual.
1. Always be sure that the fan and the air inlets remain clean and are never blocked.
Allow about 6” (15cm) between this fixture and other devices or a wall to allow for
proper cooling.
2. Never touch the fixture during normal operation. This can cause severe personal
injuries and/or damage to the fixture.
3. Be sure to unplug the COLOR TONE 50™ from the power outlet before performing
any service related issues.
4. Never look directly into the light source. You risk injury to your retina, which may
induce blindness.
5. For safe operation, follow the Installation guide described in chapter two of this
manual. Operating the COLOR TONE 50™ without suited safety aids such as
safety cables or clamps can increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
6. Installation should only be performed by qualified and certified personal.
7. When mounting this fixture, use only the original rigging parts included with this
fixture. Any structural modification will void the original manufactures warranty and
may increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
8. To reduce the risk of fire or shock, do not expose this fixture to rain or moisture.
9. Do not attempt to operate this fixture if the power cord has become damaged or
frayed.
Important Notice: Damages resulting from the disregard of safety and general user
instructions found in this user manual are not subject to any warranty claims.

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3. FEATURES
• Upgradable Firmware via Elation E-Loader Programming Device
• Light Source: Philips Lexel Led Module
• Convection Cooled – No Fans (Silent Operation)
• 2 DMX Channel Modes: 3 and 7
• Selectable Color Temperature from 2700K to 6500K
• Linear electronic dimmer from 0% ~100%
• Strobe effect with 1-18 flashes per second and pulse effect
• 3 selectable operation modes:
oDMX controlled,
oStand alone
oSound activated
•Dimmer intensity from 0%~100%
•User Selectable Voltage (Internal Taps)
•Control board with 4-digit display and foil-keyboard
•180˚ Rotating Display
•RDMX (Remote DMX addressing from any DMX console)
•Auto test for all functions
•USITT DMX-512 Complaint
•Value of each DMX-channel can be displayed
•8 User Assignable Program Presets - Internal Program: Edit and save programs to
the incorporated EEPROM through the front control panel or external controller; you
can save a maximum of 48 scenes, and run the saved programs by using the “run”
menu on the front control panel

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4. GENERAL GUIDELINES
This fixture is a professional lighting effect designed for use on stage, in nightclubs, in
theatres, etc. Do not attempt operation or installation without a proper knowledge on how to
so.
This fixture was designed for indoor use only, use of this fixture outside will void
manufactures warranty.
Consistent operational breaks may ensure that the fixture will function properly for many
years to come.
Do not shake the fixture around. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
While choosing an installation location, please be sure that the fixture will not be exposed to
extreme heat, moisture or dust. The minimum distance between the fixture and a wall or flat
surface should be at least .5 meter (about 1.5ft).
Always install the fixture with an appropriate safety cable. When installing the fixture in a
suspended environment always be to use mounting hardware no less than M10 x 25 mm,
also be sure the hardware is insert in the pre-arranged screw holes in the base of the fixture.
Do not attempt to operate this fixture until you have familiarized yourself with its functions.
Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating this type of theatrical fixture;
most damages are the result of operation by nonprofessionals.
Please use the original packaging to transport the fixture in for service.
If the device has been exposed to temperature changes due to environmental changes, do
not switch it on immediately. The arising internal condensation could damage the device.
Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.
If the external flexible cable or cord of this fixture is damaged, it shall be exclusively replaced
by the manufacturer or an authorized service agent or a similar qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.

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5. FIXTURE OVERVIEW
1) Lens
2) Angle Set Screw
3) Hanging Bracket
4) Mode/esc button
5) Up Button
6) Down Button
7) Enter Button
8) 4-Segment Display
9) 5-Pin DMX Out
10) 5-Pin DMX In
11) 3-Pin DMX Out
12) 3-Pin DMX In
13) Safety Cable Hook
14) Power Output
15) Power Input/Fuse
16) Power Switch

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6. MOUNTING and INSTALLATION
Cautions:
For added protection mount fixtures in areas outside walking paths, seating areas, or in
areas were a fixture might be reached by unauthorized personal.
Before mounting the fixture to any surface, make sure that the installation area can hold a
minimum point load of 10 times the device’s weight.
Fixture installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment, such as an
appropriate safety cable (see page 12).
To avoid injury, never stand directly below the device when mounting, removing, or servicing
the fixture.
CAUTION!
While choosing an installation location, please be sure that the
fixture will not be exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust. The
minimum distance between the fixture and a wall or flat surface
should be at least .5 meter (about 1.5ft).
Mounting points
Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating
working load limits, a fine knowledge of the installation material being used, and periodic
safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture. If you lack these qualifications, do
not attempt the installation yourself. Improper installation can result in bodily injury.
Refer to regulations BGV C1 (formerly VBG 70) and DIN VDE0711-217
for proper installation in Europe To ensure proper installation, only
qualified staff should attempt installation.
Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before connecting the main
power cord to the appropriate wall outlet.